Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 302569009
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 07/26/1999 X
Initial Penalty: $2,100.00
Current Penalty: $2,100.00
Issuance Date: 07/16/1999
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626600
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/06/1999 | $2,100.00 | 07/26/1999 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/16/1999 | $2,100.00 | 07/26/1999 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: STRUCK BY
Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to the following conditions: (a)Employees were exposed to the hazard of being struck by manufactured homes while installing the concrete block pier foundations. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this condition may include, but is not limited to conformance with NCSBCS/ANSI A225.1-1994, Sections: 1.3.2 Safety - Only trained crews should install the home. Installers should follow the safety instructions provided in this standard. 3.2.1 Requirements - To help prevent setting and sagging, site the home on firm, undisturbed soil or fill compacted to at least 90 percent of it's maximum relative density. Installation on loose, uncompacted fill may invalidate the home's limited warranty. 3.2.2 Bearing Capacity - Test the bearing capacity of the soil in accordance with 3.2.3. before designing the foundation. If the soil cannot be tested, but its type can be identified, use the foundation bearing pressures shown in table 3-1 as a guide. If you cannot identify the soil, use a bearing capacity of 1,000 pounds per square foot. Under unusual conditions, or if the soil appears to be composed of peat or uncompacted fill, consult a local geologist, engineer, or architect. 3.2.3 Soil-bearing test methods and equipment - Use a pocket penetrometer or other methods acceptable to the local jurisdiction having authority. 3.3 Removal of organic material - Removal of all decayable material, such as grass, roots, twigs, and other wood scraps, from beneath the home is required in areas where footings are to be placed, to minimize setting of footings and insect damage. Remove shrubs and overhanging branches from the immediate vicinity of the home site to prevent windstorm damage. 4.1.1 Importance - Proper pier installation (4.1.5 locate piers no more than 2 ft. from the either end and not more than 8 ft. center to center under the main rails) is the most important part of home installation. Incorrect size, location, or spacing of piers may cause serious structural damage to the home. It is important to install piers around the perimeter as required. Failure to do so may lead to sagging floors, walls, and roofs (see 4.1.5.3).4.2. Footing - Footing shall be placed a minimum of 4 inches below grade in undisturbed soil. Support every pier with a properly designed footing (see 4.2.1.1). and conformance to Oakwood Homes Corporation's - Oakwood Homes Installation Manual, Chapters: 2 - Site Preparation - Soil Bearing Capacity, Pocket Penetrometer, Vegetation; 3 - Foundation - Pier Capacity, Configuration, Footings including frame blocking; 4 - Setup Procedures. also park the goose neck trailer at a larger distance (two or three times the height of the tallest pier) from the manufactured home. *** Certification and Documentation of Abatement Required ***
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